Structural Engineer

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About the Organization CAP Government, Inc. is seeking the immediate hire of an experienced and licensed Structural Engineer (Florida P.E. license highly desired). The candidate must possess the technical ability to work independently from schematic design through the construction phase with minimal guidance. Our attention to detail and the quality of service we provide to clients separates us from other firms. Candidates will be required to prepare engineering calculations, oversee construction documents, coordinate structural design with architects, other engineering disciplines, building officials, and contractors, and perform construction administration functions including review of shop drawings and interpretation of construction documents. Duties, Responsibilities, and Qualifications Conduct plan examining in all building permit categories of new and existing installations for compliance with the Florida Building Code; examine building projects for defects, omissions, violations, and other departures from correct procedure; provide recommendations and suggestions to contractors or owners regarding necessary changes and ensure construction work conforms to national and county building codes. Evaluate proposed alternate methods and materials against code requirements. Explain the Florida Building Code and other applicable standards and requirements to customers, engineers, architects and field inspectors. Evaluate requests for product approvals and ascertain by field visits that manufactured products meet specifications of the original product approval. Order necessary shop drawings and field tests, soil reports, and provide special supervision of construction as required to complete plan processing work. Answer technical questions concerning the Florida Building Code for field inspectors. Coordinate plans examining with other departments for compliance with standards and regulations. Possess considerable knowledge of engineering principles and practices of architectural and structural plans examining work. Possess considerable knowledge of the Florida Building Code and all other applicable codes, standards and regulations. Read, interpret and evaluate architectural and structural details of construction plans against code requirements and good construction practices. Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Plan, assign and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale. Rapidly and thoroughly examine plans against codes under workload deadline conditions. Relate to architects, engineers and contractors in a professional manner. Examine commercial and residential construction permit plans to determine structural integrity and compliance with applicable codes and regulations. Review walk‑through and drop‑off residential and commercial construction plans, determine structural adequacy, and approve or disapprove proposed plans in accordance with code requirements. Research problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential work and code compliance. Maintain high ethical, honesty and moral standards. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager. Position Requirements Florida Licensed Professional Engineer; or Certified by the State of Florida as a Structural Plans Examiner Five (5) or more years of structural design experience with a consulting firm is a plus Location Miami Employment Type Full‑time / Part‑time – unspecified This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr